Understand
[edit]Somerdale is a small town in Camden County. It was founded on April 23, 1929 and has a population of 5,200 people. This small town covers an area of 1.4 square miles. Somerdale is surrounded by the seven towns of Gloucester Township, Hi-Nella, Stratford, Lindenwold, Voorhees, Lawnside, and Magnolia.
Get in
[edit]By bus
[edit]Transportation from nearby Philadelphia is provided by the New Jersey Transit bus service route 403. Local transportation is provided along the 451 route.
By train
[edit]Probably the most convenient mode of transportation besides driving, the PATCO speedline has trains running from center city Philadelphia and also from the outlet stores in Atlantic City. PATCO is also the easiest way to access all of New Jersey's waterfront attractions along the Delaware River including the Camden Aquarium. Fares from Philadelphia to the following stops are as follows:
- Lindenwold, Ashland & Woodcrest Stations: $2.45
- Haddonfield, Westmont & Collingswood Stations: $2.15
- Ferry Avenue (Camden) Station: $1.85
- Broadway & City Hall (Camden) Stations: $1.15
- For travel between all Pennsylvania stations: $1.15
- For travel between all New Jersey stations: $1.30
Additional time schedules can be found at http://www.ridepatco.org/
See
[edit]Do
[edit]- The Cinemark 16 Movie Theater is in the Cooper Towne Center at the intersection of Evesham Rd. and Kennedy Blvd.
- Kids will enjoy visits to the Somerdale parks along Kennedy and Chestnut Boulevards which include baseball fields and playgrounds. Also, a Krazy City (a Chuckie Cheese-like restaurant) is now open in the Voorhees Town Center Mall.
Buy
[edit]- Cooper Towne Center, formerly Lions Head Plaza, includes an LA Fitness, and a Walmart Supercenter.
- Voorhees Town Center Mall on Somerdale Rd.
Other shopping centers close to Somerdale are the Deptford Mall, Kings Highway in Haddonfield, and the Cherry Hill Mall.
Eat
[edit]Visitors who are new to the South Jersey and Phildalephia area should make a trip to Philadelphia to experience a true Philly Cheesesteak and a Philadelphia soft pretzel. Another treat from this area is Tastykake. The factory is located in South Philadelphia and their products are always fresh.
For a quick snack, one should visit the local WAWA which is similar to 7-Eleven.
Local restaurants include Peppino's Italian Restaurant, Adelphia's Restaurant, and many other well known local chains such as Olive Garden, Chili's, and Applebee's are in Somerdale or a quick drive away.
Drink
[edit]The locals can be seen spending a Friday night at various pubs and bars along the White Horse Pike. Some of the more popular spots are:
- Tuzi's Tavern, 504 North White Horse Pike, +1 856-435-9894. This family owned bar is home to many of the Somerdale natives. Most of the regulars who go here all know each other and has a very family atmosphere.
- Shady Katie's, 814 South White Horse Pike, +1 856-346-3001. Just outside of Somerdale, this Irish pub is a great local hangout for anyone looking for a relaxed atmosphere with drinks at great prices.
- Somerdale Bar, 209 North White Horse Pike, +1 856-435-9893. This bar is a Somerdale favorite. Every Wednesday a local chef comes in and cooks amazing food. The menu includes crab cakes, fresh fish, crab legs, steak, and various other dishes all for 20 dollars or less.
Sleep
[edit]While there are no hotels located directly in Somerdale, there are many places to stay located minutes within the town.
- Wingate By Wyndham, 1000 Laurel Oak Rd., Voorhees. A great four star hotel at affordable prices. With most rooms containing free high speed internet access and micro fridges, it is a perfect place to stay for business travellers. Also includes free complementary breakfast and an indoor, inground pool & jacuzzi.
- Hampton Inn Cherry Hill/Voorhees, 121 Laurel Oak Rd., Voorhees. Includes updated rooms with a modern decor. Provides free wireless internet, inground pool, complimentary breakfast, and a friendly staff.
- Haddonfield Inn, 44 West End. Avenue, Haddonfield. This bed and breakfast style hotel is a remodeled historic home from 1875. Suitable for all tastes. Pet friendly.
Go next
[edit]- Haddonfield: minutes away, historic Haddonfield includes many small and unique stores along Kings Highway. Visitors can also see the site where dinosaur bones were found in the early 1900s and for those who enjoy history, you can visit the Indian King's Tavern where New Jersey was declared an independent state in the winter of 1777.
- Atlantic City and the Jersey Shore. During the warmer months, visitors to Somerdale may want to plan a day down the Jersey Shore and enjoy many of the beautiful beaches along the Jersey coast. Atlantic City has many places for the adults to play with casinos such as Caesars, the Borgata, Showboat, and many others.
- Philadelphia. The country's sixth largest city has tons of things to do for everyone of all ages. Visitors should not miss seeing Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence was signed, the Liberty Bell, Penns Landing, the Alexander Poe House, and the house of Benjamin Franklin. The Pennsylvania Convention Center houses many nationwide conventions such as the Auto Show and the International Flower Show.
| Routes through Somerdale |
| Philadelphia ← Collingswood ← | W  E
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→ Lindenwold → Atlantic City |